Nearly five years after Tony Hsieh died in a house fire, it looks like the Zappos CEO's will has finally been found.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Smith, Dave 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the discovery of an original will belonging to Tony Hsieh, the late cofounder and CEO of Zappos, following his accidental death in a house fire in 2020. Hsieh's estate, valued at hundreds of millions of dollars, has been the subject of legal disputes among his family and friends since his passing. The will, dated March 13, 2015, includes significant bequests to various organizations, such as $3 million to Harvard University and $500,000 each to UNICEF and the American Red Cross, along with a no-contest clause aimed at preventing disputes among his family members. The next court hearing on this matter is scheduled for May 22, which may provide further insights into the will's implications. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Business and Management
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:184765727
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